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2002 Mercury Villager Estate Premium

The 2002 Mercury Villager Estate Premium is a 170-hp 3.3-liter V6 with a 4-speed automatic and front-wheel drive. It starts at $27,340 MSRP and is rated at 17 mpg combined.

It makes 170 horsepower and 200 lb-ft of torque. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 15 mpg city and 21 mpg highway (17 mpg combined).

The Villager measures 194.9 inches long on a 112.2-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 4,050 lb.

Spec Value
Vehicle
Body TypeWagon
PowertrainGas
Price
MSRP$27,340 ($49,391 *)
MSRP with Destination$27,995 ($50,575 *)
Destination Charge$655
Engine
Engine Type3.3L VG33E SOHC V6, naturally aspirated
Displacement3.3 L
Horsepower170 hp
Torque200 lb-ft
ValvetrainOHC V6
Bore and Stroke91.5 x 83.0
Compression Ratio8.9:1
Injection TypeSequential fuel injection
Drivetrain
Drive TypeFront-Wheel Drive
Transmission
Transmission4-speed automatic
Fuel Economy
City15 MPG
Highway21 MPG
Combined17 MPG
Recommended FuelRegular unleaded
Suspension
Front SuspensionMacPherson strut
Rear SuspensionSolid rear axle with leaf springs
Brakes
Front Brake DiscVentilated disc
Rear Brake DiscDrum
Tires & Wheels
Wheels Front16 in
Wheels Rear16 in
Tires Front225/60R16
Tires Rear225/60R16
Dimensions & Weight
Length194.9 in
Width74.9 in
Height70.1 in
Wheelbase112.2 in
Cargo Volume135.6 ft³
Curb Weight4,050 lbs
Interior
Headroom Front39.7 in
Headroom Rear40.1 in
Legroom Front39.9 in
Legroom Rear36.4 in
Shoulder Room Front62.3 in
Shoulder Room Rear64.6 in
Hip Room Front56.5 in
Hip Room Rear56.5 in
* Amount adjusted for inflation to 2026 dollars

Safety & Recalls

NCAP safety ratings

Overall Not rated
Frontal crash Not rated
Frontal – driver ★★★★★
Frontal – passenger ★★★★★
Side crash Not rated
Rollover Not rated
Tested variant: 2002 Mercury Villager Van

Recalls

No recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2002 Mercury VILLAGER.

35 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2002 Mercury VILLAGER

Owner Complaints

35 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2002 Mercury VILLAGER (2 mention a crash, 2 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov

Most-cited areas
Suspension6
Power Train5
Tires5
Air Bags3
Electrical System3
Engine And Engine Cooling3
A complaint can cite more than one area.
Most recent complaints
Aug 19, 2015 · Electrical System
“I TOOK MY CAR TO ALLAN VIGIL FORD IN FAYETTVILLE GA FOR SERVICE AND I NOT HAPPY WITH THE REPAIRS . FIRST , THE ALARM IS GOING OFF ALONG WITH THE HORN AT RANDOM .SECOND ,THE DASHBOARD LIGHTS DO NOT…”
Sep 17, 2014 · Engine
“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2002 MERCURY VILLAGER. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 10 MPH MAKING A TURN, THE ENGINE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE RESTARTED IMMEDIATELY. THE FAILURE…”
Apr 17, 2009 · Suspension, Service Brakes, Hydraulic, Power Train, Electrical System, Tires
“WELL HERE GOES I BOUGHT 2002 M MOUNTAINEER IN 04 ,W/ 15000 MILES,SO FAR I HAVE REPLACED REAR AXEL 2 SETS WHEEL BARONS ALTERNATOR,BATTERY ,HEATER TWICE,BOTH COIL SPRINGS ARE BROKE ,IDOL CONTROL SWITCH…”
Nov 28, 2008 · Engine And Engine Cooling
“ENGINE FAILURE DUE TO SUDDEN LOSS OF OIL. *TR”
Nov 28, 2007 · Structure
“MOTOR MOUNT MUST BE REPLACED DO TO FAILURE. ANY ACCELERATION OR SHIFTING CAUSES THE ENGINE TO SHAKE. THIS SHAKING CAUSES A STRONG VIBRATION THROUGHOUT THE VAN. I WAS QUOTED $200 TO REPLACE THE MOUNT…”

Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.

Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 2002 MERCURY VILLAGER. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.

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